Your guide to understanding development news in Charleston, SC
Need to brush up on your development terms? | Photo by Preservation Society of Charleston
Weâre following up on our new and coming soon businesses story with a guide to development terminology. Check out these definitions of common terms paired with ongoing projects and examples you might recognize in the Holy City.
Mixed-Use
These are projects that providemore than one purpose in the community, like a building with apartments on top and shops on the bottom. Expect to see combinations of housing and commercial components.
Think: Proposed plans for the Union Pier redevelopment, which feature a mixed-use neighborhood with housing, hotel rooms, civic spaces, and public parks. Check out the Master Plan.
Rezoning
This changes an area of land from the cityâs designated use. Examples of rezoning requests include developers looking to build a high-rise in a neighborhood with a height restriction or open a business in an area marked residential.
Think:Zoning changes approved by the City of Charleston Planning Commission for a proposed luxury hotel on Meeting Street where the Days Inn used to be. (The Post and Courier)
Think:Union Pier, again. The projectâs PUD application is currently being reviewed by the city. The approval process includes review by the Technical Review Committee, Planning Commission, and City Council.
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Get Over It | Monday, March 6-Friday, March 31 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lowcountry Artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Visit this new exhibit featuring oil paintings of the Ravenel Bridge by local artist Norma Morris Cable.
Tuesday, March 7
Sullivanâs Charcuterie Workshop | Tuesday, March 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Ste. 101, Mount Pleasant | $65 | Create an 8-by-8 box of charcuterie and cheese for two â all supplies provided.
Lowcountry Senior Series: Archery | Tuesday, March 7 | 1-3 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $20 | Learn the basics of archery and start hitting those bulls-eyes â for adults ages 50 and up.
Wednesday, March 8
Library Games Day | Wednesday, March 8 | 1 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Spend an afternoon playing your favorite games including American Mahjong and Rummikub.
Share House Women Crush Wednesday | Wednesday, March 8 | 6-9 p.m. | Share House, 23 Ann St., Charleston | Free | Join local female business owners and entrepreneurs to celebrate International Womenâs Day with a panel, live music, and vendors.
Saturday, March 11
ArtFest: The Art of Fun | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Drive, Mount Pleasant | Free | Enjoy local music, dance and visual art performances, food + more at this annual family-friendly event.*
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Last week, Charlestonâs Technical Review Committee requested several alterations to the plans for Union Pier, including reducing building height limits. The proposal is expected to be resubmitted to the city after changes are made. đď¸ (The Post and Courier)
The City of Charleston is developing a 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan and asks the community to weigh in on the process. Take the survey. The plan may be approved by this summer or fall. (WCSC)
Closed
Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts on King Street is closed until further notice after its founder and owner Allison Smith died in a car accident last week. Allison and her husband Mark opened Glazed in 2011. âWe will never be the same without our leader at the helm.â
Community
The Historic Charleston Foundationreceived a $75,000 grant for its Common Cause Loan Fund, which aims to help qualifying residents stay in their historic homes in need of repairs on the peninsula. The grant will fund three or more projects. đ (WCSC)
Environment
Hurricane Ian caused significant erosion on Folly Beach, and the town has received$27 millionin federal fundsfor beach renourishment. Approximately 900,000 cubic yards of sand will be added â thatâs enough to fill ~90,000 dump trucks. đď¸ (WCSC)
Development
A new commercial development is coming to 108-112 Red Bank Rd.in Goose Creek. The property is expected to be occupied by Habitat for Humanity and a restaurant. Construction may begin in the coming months. (The Post and Courier)
Traffic
Pavement resurfacing is underway on the Isle of Palms Connector. Charleston County Public Works is set to work from Rifle Range Road to the base of the bridge from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Friday, March 10. Expect nighttime lane closures. đŁď¸ (WCIV)
State
Register your business for the 2023 Best Places to Work in South Carolina, which considers the companyâs practices, programs, and benefits. A celebration for the winners is set for Thursday, August 10. Stay tuned for more info.
Scout Motors Inc. is investing $2 billion, creating 4,000+ jobs, at its new manufacturing plant in Blythewood (near Columbia). The company will build all-electric trucks and SUVs and expects to produce 200,000 vehicles at its SC plant each year once it starts production by the end of 2026.
Giveaway
Ready to experience Charleston like never before? Enter: The Festival of Houses and Gardens, happening March 15-April 16. Enter our House and Garden Tour Giveawaynow through Monday, March 13 for a chance to win two tickets to the tour of your choice. đď¸ *
Eat
Would you try chorizo pizzawith al pastor sauce on a corn masa crust? How about a red pepper hummus and spinach pie? Check out these five adventurous pizza options from Lowes Foods, perfect for those nights when youâreall cooked out. đ*
Health
Take the stress out of your next Urgent Care visit. Use Palmetto Primary Care Physiciansâ new appointment scheduling option to reserve your spot.*
Finance
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Travel
Whatâs your vacation vibe â cozy, luxurious, or chic? For a cozy stay, look no further than this snug and cheerful getaway on beachy St. Simons Island, Georgia. For luxury, book this lush Hawaiian resort on the island of Kauaâi. And for the chicest of stays, peep this renovated house right here in downtown Charleston.*
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Outer Banks filming locations in Charleston, SC
Do you recognize this filming location? | Photo by @thehappybloom
With season three of Netflixâs âOuter Banksâ out now, weâre sharing our list of some of the showâs most iconic filming spots in Charleston â along with fun facts and history.
Heads up: This is not a comprehensive list. For all of you local film buffs, check out our guide to âThe Notebookâ filming locations in the Lowcountry, too.
Lowndes Grove
Use: This scenic property (pictured above) serves as Sarah Cameronâs family home on the waterfront throughout the series.
History: The main house was built in 1786 and converted into an event venue after it was purchased by Patrick Properties in the late 2000s, often booked for weddings today.
Morris Island Lighthouse
Use: This iconic landmark can be spotted in the background throughout the series and seen up close in season three.
History: Head to Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve for a closer look at this historic offshore lighthouse. The structure was built in 1876 and is undergoing preservation efforts by Save the Light.
Editorâs pick: Good news,single-game ticketsgo on sale tomorrow for the RiverDogsâ 2023 season. I canât wait to be back at The Joe cheering on our team, $1 hotdog in hand.
Did you know the Dogs are back-to-back league champions? Letâs go for the hat trick, Charleston. Opening night is Tuesday, April 11. See you there.
Missed yesterdayâs newsletter? Get the rundown on our local sports teams, here.
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